David Graff was named the vice president of sales, Retail Network Solutions (RNS) at MSXI in October 2013 and is responsible for the company’s sales strategy and execution for global automotive accounts.

With more than 20 years developing and executing sales strategies, Graff has a strong background in business development, account management and re-engineering efforts in the automotive industry. He has extensive experience throughout the manufacturing field including automotive, industrial equipment, aerospace and technology.

Before joining MSXI, Graff served as the automotive managing director at Microsoft Corp., where he was responsible for developing and executing the company’s sales strategy, solutions portfolio and partner integration, as well as marketing and communications for the discrete manufacturing industry. At Microsoft, he also served as the global account manager for Ford Motor Company, with responsibilities which included sales, partner integration and customer satisfaction. Prior to this, Graff honed his skills at Air Guide Manufacturing, Goodman Manufacturing, Integrated Information Systems and Pensare Incorporated. From 1989 to 2000, he rose to the rank of senior manager at Ernst and Young LLP, where he managed the selling and delivery efforts of consulting engagements to global Fortune 500 companies.

Graff earned his Bachelor of Science degree in industrial engineering from Arizona State University, Tempe, Ariz.

Executive VP and Director of Corporate Operations at Crain Communications

KC Crain is President and COO of Crain Communications, a global business media enterprise with such titles as Automotive News, Autoweek, Advertising Age and Plastics News.

KC is also group publisher of Crain’s Chicago Business, Crain’s Detroit Business and all brands under Crain’s Automotive Group and Global Polymer Group. Previously, he held roles of executive vice president and director of corporate operations of Crain Communications, as well as associate publisher and advertising director at Autoweek. He started at Crain as a reporter for Automotive News.

Active in a number of civic and business activities, KC serves on the boards of the Detroit Children’s Fund, the Karmanos Cancer Institute and the Young Presidents Organization. He sits on the steering committee of the College for Creative Studies.

In addition to keen interests and influential connections throughout the automotive, tech and publishing industries, KC is dedicated to Detroit’s economic development with investments and partnerships in real estate and restaurant ventures.

KC Crain

Executive VP and Director of Corporate Operations at Crain Communications

Chris Reed is vice president, Components Engineering and Overseas Chief Vehicle Engineer (OCVE) D-Platform Crossovers, Nissan Technical Center North America (NTCNA), a position to which he was appointed in April 2015. In this role, Reed reports to Takeshi Yamaguchi, senior vice president, Research and Development, NTCNA, and is responsible for Powertrain, Electrical, and Audio/IT engineering groups and is OCVE for Nissan Murano and Pathfinder as well as the INFINITI QX60.

Reed joined Nissan North America in 1988 as an entry-level engineer in the body design group. From 2011 to 2013, he worked in safety and then exterior/accessories while being OCVE of trucks. He also spent over two years in Japan to develop the Nissan Murano from scratch. From 1999 to 2007, Reed was self-employed as a home builder and ran a small automotive parts supplier.

Reed holds a mechanical engineering degree from Virginia Tech. He is located at NTCNA in Farmington Hills, Michigan.

As Publisher and Editor of Automotive News, Jason Stein directs the editorial and commercial operations for one of the world’s largest automotive business-to-business news outlets. Stein became publisher in May 2013 after serving as the Editor and Associate Publisher for six months. In his continued role as Editor, he oversees more than 65 Reporters and Editors around the world, from Detroit to Paris to Shanghai. An open-minded and collaborative leader, Stein also heads the sales, marketing, event, and circulation departments. In these roles he is both creative and determined, exploring new approaches and business models to elevate his team and deliver the best experience for Automotive News readers. Stein is an active volunteer at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Southeastern Michigan, the United Way of Southeastern Michigan, and Cornerstone Schools. He also holds a position as a juror for the World Car of the Year Award and Ford’s annual Salute to Dealers recognition program at the National Automobile Dealers Association convention.

Pradeep Kathail is the Chief Architect of Software Group at Cisco and CTO for Connected Car business unit and is responsible for architecture, technology and standards strategy, innovation and incubation of new businesses. His current focus areas are introduction of standard network technology in live TV production (PMN) and automotive (Connected Cars). He is also responsible for cost effective connectivity of IoT devices, security of network infrastructure and evangelizing use of IPv6 in Enterprise networks. During his tenure at Cisco, he led many large-scale OS infrastructure and system development. Prior to Cisco, Pradeep held various technology management jobs at Apple, Novell, SITA and IBM. He holds a MS Computer Science degree from IIT Roorkee, India.

Mr. DeRosa is a Mobility Lead at AECOM with over ten years of experience in both public and private sectors, as well as non-profit. He is based in Los Angeles and his recent experience has focused on delivery of transportation projects including Connected and Autonomous Vehicles, Hyperloop, High-Speed Rail, Light-Rail, and Streetcars. Additionally, he works with the AECOM Ventures group, which aims to encompass the integration of new technologies and business models to innovate our industry.

Senior VP of e-Mobility & Product Innovation at Volkswagen Group of America

In August 2016 Burkhard Huhnke became Senior VP of e-Mobility & Product Innovation in Belmont, California. One of his main tasks is to guide the organization through the transformation process into the era of digitalization. He leads the product line of Volkswagen’s electrical cars in the North American Region.

Previously he represented the company in the $260 Million private and public funded project IACMI – Institute for Advanced Composites Manufacturing Innovation as the VP of Product Innovation of the Engineering and Planning Center of Volkswagen Group of America to mainly foster innovations. IACMI is a U.S. Department of Energy supported composites manufacturing hub.

Relocating back to the U.S. in 2014, Burkhard led the product engineering team at the Volkswagen Chattanooga plant and served as a Board Member for Product Engineering. He was in charge of the Volkswagen Passat and Atlas

At Volkswagen’s headquarters in Wolfsburg, Dr. Huhnke initiated and implemented Europe’s largest test laboratory for automotive battery packages and components for the Volkswagen Group and worked on the e-traction projects, e-Golf and e-Up.

From 2006 to 2011, Dr. Huhnke was the Executive Director of Volkswagen’s Electronics Research Laboratory in Palo Alto, CA. He initiated the Volkswagen Automotive Innovation Center (VAIL) at the Stanford University Campus together with Stanford Professors Thrun, Nass and Gerdes. He was the project leader for the autonomous car Volkswagen Passat Junior, participating in the DARPA Grand Challenge and the Pikes Peak hill climbing driverless Audi TTS.

Dr. Huhnke’s professional career began as project engineer in 1994 at an optical sensor company where he specialized in vehicle dynamics measurement. He joined Volkswagen in 1998.

Dr. Huhnke studied electrical engineering, at the University of Braunschweig. His dissertation about optical distance measurement was awarded with the International Measurement Prize.

Dr. Huhnke serves as Research Fellow the Hult Business School in San Francisco, and is a member of the Board of Advisors at the College of Engineering at University of Tennessee Knoxville and at the College of Engineering and Computer Science at University of Tennessee Chattanooga.

Dr. Burkhard Huhnke

Senior VP of e-Mobility & Product Innovation at Volkswagen Group of America

Mark has over 20 years’ experience focusing on strategy and operations at automotive and industrial manufacturers. In his consulting work, he has advised many industrial companies on tackling strategic issues, including post-merger integrations, restructuring, expanding to new segments, handling market shifts, and creating new business approaches for capturing value from the shifting trends and competitive dynamics. Within automotive, he has worked across the value chain, from suppliers and automakers to finance & insurance, aftermarket and dealership groups. Mark brings deep experience in helping automotive and industrial companies transform, improve operations, acquire companies, and grow. He also works extensively with private equity investors in acquisitions and operational improvements. Prior to AlixPartners, Mark was a program manager at Magna International, a consultant at McKinsey & Company, and led business development at HSBC Auto Finance. Mark has an MBA from the Wharton School, a BSCE in mechanical engineering from Queens University, and is a licensed Professional Engineer and Certified Insolvency & Restructuring Advisor.

Rod Davenport is an I.T. professional with 25 years of experience across a variety of industries including publishing, automotive, health care, and energy with skills developed across a broad array of computer technology disciplines. He is currently serving as the Chief Technology Officer for the State of Michigan, responsible for IT Strategy, Vendor Management and Innovation, Infrastructure & Operations and Enterprise Architecture & Solution Design. Prior to joining the State, he was most recently employed with DTE Energy where he focused on innovation and emerging technologies as well as taking a lead role in Department of Energy research grants conducting an analysis of Smart Grid communication protocols.

Rod holds a Bachelor of Science in Information Technology from Lawrence Technological University.

Dan Gilbert is Founder and Chairman of Quicken Loans Inc., the nation’s second largest mortgage lender. He is also Founder and Chairman of Rock Ventures LLC, the umbrella entity for his portfolio of business and real estate investments, and majority owner of the 2016 NBA Champion Cleveland Cavaliers. Rock Ventures and its more than 100 affiliated companies across the country employ more than 30,000 team members.

Since 2013, Detroit-based Quicken Loans closed $220 billion in home loan volume across all 50 states, and in 2016, for the seventh consecutive year, earned J.D. Power’s highest rating for client satisfaction among all U.S. mortgage lenders. Quicken Loans is No. 1 on Computerworld magazine’s “100 Best Places to Work in IT” and has been named one of FORTUNE Magazine’s “100 Best Companies to Work For” for 13 consecutive years.

Dan is also a shareholder in several sports-related consumer and technology businesses, including a leading wall graphics company (Fathead), electronic ticketing company (Flash Seats) and innovative sports equipment helmet maker (Xenith).

Dan began moving his Family of Companies to Detroit’s central business district in 2010 in an effort to help lead the transformation of a great American city. In January 2010, Dan co-founded Bedrock Detroit, a full-service real estate firm specializing in purchasing, leasing, financing, developing and managing commercial space based in downtown Detroit. Since then, he has invested more than $2.2 billion to purchase and renovate more than 95 commercial properties accounting for more than 15 million square feet in the city’s urban core. Thousands of jobs have been created, and today nearly 17,000 Rock Ventures team members work in downtown Detroit.

Dan also founded JACK Entertainment, a developer and owner of unique urban casinos in downtown Cleveland, Cincinnati and Baltimore. In 2013, the company also acquired Detroit’s Greektown Casino-Hotel, which will be renamed as JACK Detroit Casino-Hotel Greektown later this year.

In March 2013, Rock Ventures, in collaboration with the Downtown Detroit Partnership and Detroit Economic Growth Corporation, unveiled and implemented a visionary placemaking and retail plan centered on creating activity and vibrant, distinct destinations to draw people to the region using a multifaceted approach to the planning, design and management of public spaces.

Dan is a Founder and Principal of Detroit Venture Partners (DVP), a venture capital firm that funds startup and early-stage technology companies in Detroit. He is also a Founding Partner of Detroit-based private equity group Rockbridge Growth Equity LLC, which invests in growing businesses in the financial services, Internet technology, consumer-direct marketing and the sports and entertainment industries across the United States.

In September 2013, Dan was named co-chair of the Blight Removal Task Force. The group, appointed by the Obama Administration, published a detailed plan in May 2014 to remove all blighted structures and lots in the city of Detroit. He also serves as Vice Chairman of the M-1 RAIL initiative, which began construction in July 2014. The 6.6-mile modern streetcar system, known as QLINE, is designed to spur economic development and improve downtown and midtown Detroit’s transportation infrastructure.

Dan serves on the boards of the Cleveland Clinic, the Washington D.C.-based Children’s National Medical Center and the Children’s Tumor Foundation, which is focused on finding a cure for the genetic disorder neurofibromatosis.

He earned his bachelor’s degree from Michigan State University and his law degree from Wayne State University.

David Graff was named the vice president of sales, Retail Network Solutions (RNS) at MSXI in October 2013 and is responsible for the company’s sales strategy and execution for global automotive accounts.

With more than 20 years developing and executing sales strategies, Graff has a strong background in business development, account management and re-engineering efforts in the automotive industry. He has extensive experience throughout the manufacturing field including automotive, industrial equipment, aerospace and technology.

Before joining MSXI, Graff served as the automotive managing director at Microsoft Corp., where he was responsible for developing and executing the company’s sales strategy, solutions portfolio and partner integration, as well as marketing and communications for the discrete manufacturing industry. At Microsoft, he also served as the global account manager for Ford Motor Company, with responsibilities which included sales, partner integration and customer satisfaction. Prior to this, Graff honed his skills at Air Guide Manufacturing, Goodman Manufacturing, Integrated Information Systems and Pensare Incorporated. From 1989 to 2000, he rose to the rank of senior manager at Ernst and Young LLP, where he managed the selling and delivery efforts of consulting engagements to global Fortune 500 companies.

Graff earned his Bachelor of Science degree in industrial engineering from Arizona State University, Tempe, Ariz.

Matt Simoncini has served as President, Chief Executive Officer and a director of the Company since September 2011. In this role, Mr. Simoncini is responsible for the strategic direction and operational leadership of the Company. Formerly, Mr. Simoncini was Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of the Company, a role he had held since September 2007. As Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, he was responsible for the Company’s global Finance operations, including external Financial Reporting, Corporate Business Planning & Analysis, Corporate Strategy and Business Development as well as Information Technology activities worldwide. In August 2006, Mr. Simoncini was named Senior Vice President of Finance and Chief Accounting Officer where he was responsible for the Company’s worldwide operational finance, accounting and financial reporting. Prior to that, he was vice president of Global Finance, a position he had held since June 2004. Mr. Simoncini also served as the Company’s Vice President of Finance — Europe as well as held the Vice President of Finance position for the Company’s Electrical & Electronics business and DaimlerChrysler division. Mr. Simoncini joined United Technologies Automotive (“UTA”) in April 1996 as director of Finance for the Motors Division with responsibility for the financial activities of the business unit. At the time of the Company’s acquisition of UTA in May 1999, Mr. Simoncini was director of Global Financial Planning & Analysis. Previous to UTA, Mr. Simoncini held financial and manufacturing positions with Varity Kelsey Hayes and Horizon Enterprises including Chief Financial Officer of Kelsey Hayes’ European Operations. Mr. Simoncini began his career at Touche Ross and is a certified public accountant. In addition to his responsibilities at the Company, Mr. Simoncini is a member of the board of directors for the Wayne State University Foundation, Detroit Economic Club, Business Leaders of Michigan, the Michigan Opera Theatre and The Parade Company. Mr. Simoncini earned a bachelor’s degree in Accounting from Wayne State University.

Charlie Vogelheim brings nearly 30 years of automotive experience his presentations including roles as the host of Motor Trend Audio, the executive editor at Kelley Blue Book and as a VP at J.D. Power and Associates.

Charlie’s career has involved many aspects of the automotive industry. He spends his time evaluating new and interesting vehicles and helping consumers receive and understand car information. He has developed keen and humorous observations and insight to this ever-changing business and the cars we love, own and remember.

In order to study trends, further product familiarity and develop contact with industry personalities he travels worldwide, attending test-drives, auto shows and gatherings. Charlie is often a featured speaker at automotive seminars, conferences and media interviews. He’s a regular radio correspondent and an automotive industry commentator for televised business news.

Charlie hosts the weekly podcast “Motor Trend Audio”. Each week he shares a variety of car related conversations and interviews with car owners, characters and celebrities. This fast and fun show covers all aspects of car ownership, enthusiasm and technology.

At J.D. Power, Charlie produced the International Automotive Roundtable, the premier forum for industry leaders and executives to share and discuss market forces affecting the automotive industry.

During Charlie’s 20 years at Kelley Blue Book, he served as a key member of its editorial team. He was responsible for Kelley Blue Book’s extensive database which produced the fabled Blue Book and eventually the website: www.kbb.com.

As an internet pioneer, Charlie was an original contributor to the development and implementation of the automotive sites at Microsoft, AOL, Yahoo, Google and e-Bay. Additionally, he was Chairman of the Automotive Internet Standards Committee contributing to the development of all major automotive Internet sites.

Charlie earned a bachelor’s degree in economics from Gonzaga University in Spokane, Washington. His education included one year abroad studying the formation of the Common Market/European Union.

Immediately following college, he pursued an interest in aviation, including several years as a commercial pilot, flight instructor, ground school teacher, flight club manager, Alaskan float-plane bush-pilot and air traffic controller.

Charlie Vogelheim brings nearly 30 years of automotive experience his presentations including roles as the host of Motor Trend Audio, the executive editor at Kelley Blue Book and as a VP at J.D. Power and Associates.

Charlie’s career has involved many aspects of the automotive industry. He spends his time evaluating new and interesting vehicles and helping consumers receive and understand car information. He has developed keen and humorous observations and insight to this ever-changing business and the cars we love, own and remember.

In order to study trends, further product familiarity and develop contact with industry personalities he travels worldwide, attending test-drives, auto shows and gatherings. Charlie is often a featured speaker at automotive seminars, conferences and media interviews. He’s a regular radio correspondent and an automotive industry commentator for televised business news.

Charlie hosts the weekly podcast “Motor Trend Audio”. Each week he shares a variety of car related conversations and interviews with car owners, characters and celebrities. This fast and fun show covers all aspects of car ownership, enthusiasm and technology.

At J.D. Power, Charlie produced the International Automotive Roundtable, the premier forum for industry leaders and executives to share and discuss market forces affecting the automotive industry.

During Charlie’s 20 years at Kelley Blue Book, he served as a key member of its editorial team. He was responsible for Kelley Blue Book’s extensive database which produced the fabled Blue Book and eventually the website: www.kbb.com.

As an internet pioneer, Charlie was an original contributor to the development and implementation of the automotive sites at Microsoft, AOL, Yahoo, Google and e-Bay. Additionally, he was Chairman of the Automotive Internet Standards Committee contributing to the development of all major automotive Internet sites.

Charlie earned a bachelor’s degree in economics from Gonzaga University in Spokane, Washington. His education included one year abroad studying the formation of the Common Market/European Union.

Immediately following college, he pursued an interest in aviation, including several years as a commercial pilot, flight instructor, ground school teacher, flight club manager, Alaskan float-plane bush-pilot and air traffic controller.

David Graff was named the vice president of sales, Retail Network Solutions (RNS) at MSXI in October 2013 and is responsible for the company’s sales strategy and execution for global automotive accounts.

With more than 20 years developing and executing sales strategies, Graff has a strong background in business development, account management and re-engineering efforts in the automotive industry. He has extensive experience throughout the manufacturing field including automotive, industrial equipment, aerospace and technology.

Before joining MSXI, Graff served as the automotive managing director at Microsoft Corp., where he was responsible for developing and executing the company’s sales strategy, solutions portfolio and partner integration, as well as marketing and communications for the discrete manufacturing industry. At Microsoft, he also served as the global account manager for Ford Motor Company, with responsibilities which included sales, partner integration and customer satisfaction. Prior to this, Graff honed his skills at Air Guide Manufacturing, Goodman Manufacturing, Integrated Information Systems and Pensare Incorporated. From 1989 to 2000, he rose to the rank of senior manager at Ernst and Young LLP, where he managed the selling and delivery efforts of consulting engagements to global Fortune 500 companies.

Graff earned his Bachelor of Science degree in industrial engineering from Arizona State University, Tempe, Ariz.

Executive VP and Director of Corporate Operations at Crain Communications

KC Crain is President and COO of Crain Communications, a global business media enterprise with such titles as Automotive News, Autoweek, Advertising Age and Plastics News.

KC is also group publisher of Crain’s Chicago Business, Crain’s Detroit Business and all brands under Crain’s Automotive Group and Global Polymer Group. Previously, he held roles of executive vice president and director of corporate operations of Crain Communications, as well as associate publisher and advertising director at Autoweek. He started at Crain as a reporter for Automotive News.

Active in a number of civic and business activities, KC serves on the boards of the Detroit Children’s Fund, the Karmanos Cancer Institute and the Young Presidents Organization. He sits on the steering committee of the College for Creative Studies.

In addition to keen interests and influential connections throughout the automotive, tech and publishing industries, KC is dedicated to Detroit’s economic development with investments and partnerships in real estate and restaurant ventures.

KC Crain

Executive VP and Director of Corporate Operations at Crain Communications

Mike Duggan was elected as Mayor of Detroit on November 5, 2013 and took office on January 1, 2014. As Mayor, he governs the city of his birth and where he spent the previous 32 years of his career collaborating with others to solve some of the city’s most vexing issues.

While Mayor Duggan was elected largely on his track record of leading successful large-scale financial and operational turnarounds, Detroiters responded strongly to his deep love for the city, which can be seen in his work over the years. During his career he has taken on challenges and untangled problems that directly impact the quality of life of Detroiters, including access to health care, public transportation, crime, blight, expanding recreational opportunities in the city, job creation and more.

His immediate priority as Mayor has been to implement a coordinated strategy to address the numerous challenges residents have faced over the years, most notably, blight, public lighting, transportation and public safety.

During his first year in office, the city has made significant progress in each of these areas, although he is the first to admit that much work remains. Thanks to new partnerships with Detroit City Council, as well as in Lansing and Washington, D.C., the city now is removing blight at a record pace, has installed more than 35,000 new LED streetlights, secured the purchase of 80 new DDOT buses through federal funds and significantly reduced both police and EMS response times.

Nikola is led by its founder, Trevor Milton, who oversees the day-to-day operations of the Company as its president and CEO. He has led Nikola Motor Company from startup to more than four billion dollars in preorder reservations for the Nikola hydrogen electric truck.

Prior to starting Nikola Motor Company, Trevor was CEO of dHybrid Systems, LLC a natural gas storage technology company that was acquired by one of America’s largest steel providers, Worthington Industries, Inc. Trevor is also the author of several patents and has helped advance green technologies through his years of industry experience.

He holds a controlling interest in Nikola Motor Company and has directed research, development and prototype assembly of the Nikola One from the beginning. Trevor has also assisted in design of nearly every part of the Nikola One truck: rotor / stator, inverters, controllers, DC to DC, motor gearbox, thermal management, battery and ESS, infotainment and much more.

Trevor is a proven leader with a passion for sustainable energy projects through disruptive technologies. He is fluent in English, Portuguese and is semi-fluent in Spanish having lived in Puerto Rico.

Charlie Vogelheim brings nearly 30 years of automotive experience his presentations including roles as the host of Motor Trend Audio, the executive editor at Kelley Blue Book and as a VP at J.D. Power and Associates.

Charlie’s career has involved many aspects of the automotive industry. He spends his time evaluating new and interesting vehicles and helping consumers receive and understand car information. He has developed keen and humorous observations and insight to this ever-changing business and the cars we love, own and remember.

In order to study trends, further product familiarity and develop contact with industry personalities he travels worldwide, attending test-drives, auto shows and gatherings. Charlie is often a featured speaker at automotive seminars, conferences and media interviews. He’s a regular radio correspondent and an automotive industry commentator for televised business news.

Charlie hosts the weekly podcast “Motor Trend Audio”. Each week he shares a variety of car related conversations and interviews with car owners, characters and celebrities. This fast and fun show covers all aspects of car ownership, enthusiasm and technology.

At J.D. Power, Charlie produced the International Automotive Roundtable, the premier forum for industry leaders and executives to share and discuss market forces affecting the automotive industry.

During Charlie’s 20 years at Kelley Blue Book, he served as a key member of its editorial team. He was responsible for Kelley Blue Book’s extensive database which produced the fabled Blue Book and eventually the website: www.kbb.com.

As an internet pioneer, Charlie was an original contributor to the development and implementation of the automotive sites at Microsoft, AOL, Yahoo, Google and e-Bay. Additionally, he was Chairman of the Automotive Internet Standards Committee contributing to the development of all major automotive Internet sites.

Charlie earned a bachelor’s degree in economics from Gonzaga University in Spokane, Washington. His education included one year abroad studying the formation of the Common Market/European Union.

Immediately following college, he pursued an interest in aviation, including several years as a commercial pilot, flight instructor, ground school teacher, flight club manager, Alaskan float-plane bush-pilot and air traffic controller.

Charlie Vogelheim brings nearly 30 years of automotive experience his presentations including roles as the host of Motor Trend Audio, the executive editor at Kelley Blue Book and as a VP at J.D. Power and Associates.

Charlie’s career has involved many aspects of the automotive industry. He spends his time evaluating new and interesting vehicles and helping consumers receive and understand car information. He has developed keen and humorous observations and insight to this ever-changing business and the cars we love, own and remember.

In order to study trends, further product familiarity and develop contact with industry personalities he travels worldwide, attending test-drives, auto shows and gatherings. Charlie is often a featured speaker at automotive seminars, conferences and media interviews. He’s a regular radio correspondent and an automotive industry commentator for televised business news.

Charlie hosts the weekly podcast “Motor Trend Audio”. Each week he shares a variety of car related conversations and interviews with car owners, characters and celebrities. This fast and fun show covers all aspects of car ownership, enthusiasm and technology.

At J.D. Power, Charlie produced the International Automotive Roundtable, the premier forum for industry leaders and executives to share and discuss market forces affecting the automotive industry.

During Charlie’s 20 years at Kelley Blue Book, he served as a key member of its editorial team. He was responsible for Kelley Blue Book’s extensive database which produced the fabled Blue Book and eventually the website: www.kbb.com.

As an internet pioneer, Charlie was an original contributor to the development and implementation of the automotive sites at Microsoft, AOL, Yahoo, Google and e-Bay. Additionally, he was Chairman of the Automotive Internet Standards Committee contributing to the development of all major automotive Internet sites.

Charlie earned a bachelor’s degree in economics from Gonzaga University in Spokane, Washington. His education included one year abroad studying the formation of the Common Market/European Union.

Immediately following college, he pursued an interest in aviation, including several years as a commercial pilot, flight instructor, ground school teacher, flight club manager, Alaskan float-plane bush-pilot and air traffic controller.

Kathy manages a global organization to deliver comprehensive platforms for Advanced Driver Assist Systems (ADAS) and Autonomous Driving (AD) solutions. She leads a team that is developing in-car platforms needed to create increasingly sophisticated solutions for highly autonomous driving needs and is aligning the breadth of Intel’s assets to deliver end-to-end platforms for fully autonomous solutions.

Prior to joining Intel earlier this year, Kathy led automated driving efforts, global new-growth strategies for embedded and aftermarket software products, and cloud-based automotive and consumer services at Delphi Electronics & Safety. Named one of Automotive News’ Top 100 Impactful Women in the Automotive Industry, she and her team won numerous awards, such as the Edison Award for Innovation, Popular Mechanics Best, and USA Today’s Readers’ Choice for Road Trippers. And in April of 2015, she developed and executed the first-ever, record-breaking cross-country drive by an autonomous vehicle. Prior to Delphi, Kathy spent many years at Motorola where she led their entry-level Android smart phone business encompassing all aspects of product lifecycle management including software, hardware, service plans and 3rd party applications.

Vice President, Vehicle Component and System Engineering at Ford Motor Company

Jim Holland is Ford Motor Company’s vice president, Vehicle Components and Systems Engineering. His role is central to the company’s commitment to develop Ford and Lincoln vehicles with top quality, fuel efficiency, safety, smart technology and value, globally.

During his 33 years with Ford, Holland led as chief engineer for Explorer and Global Hybrid Vehicle Strategy, as well as chief program engineer for the Range Rover vehicle line. He has held leadership positions at Ford Asia Pacific as engineering director and car & truck vehicle line director.

Holland has been an active member of the Society of Automotive Engineers International for the past thirty years. He is also a board of trustee for the University of Detroit Mercy, and a board member for the Michigan Science Center.

Holland holds a Bachelor of Science in mechanical engineering from Lawrence Technological University and a Master of Business Administration from the University of Detroit Mercy.

Jim Holland

Vice President, Vehicle Component and System Engineering at Ford Motor Company

David Graff was named the vice president of sales, Retail Network Solutions (RNS) at MSXI in October 2013 and is responsible for the company’s sales strategy and execution for global automotive accounts.

With more than 20 years developing and executing sales strategies, Graff has a strong background in business development, account management and re-engineering efforts in the automotive industry. He has extensive experience throughout the manufacturing field including automotive, industrial equipment, aerospace and technology.

Before joining MSXI, Graff served as the automotive managing director at Microsoft Corp., where he was responsible for developing and executing the company’s sales strategy, solutions portfolio and partner integration, as well as marketing and communications for the discrete manufacturing industry. At Microsoft, he also served as the global account manager for Ford Motor Company, with responsibilities which included sales, partner integration and customer satisfaction. Prior to this, Graff honed his skills at Air Guide Manufacturing, Goodman Manufacturing, Integrated Information Systems and Pensare Incorporated. From 1989 to 2000, he rose to the rank of senior manager at Ernst and Young LLP, where he managed the selling and delivery efforts of consulting engagements to global Fortune 500 companies.

Graff earned his Bachelor of Science degree in industrial engineering from Arizona State University, Tempe, Ariz.

David Graff

VP of Sales, RNS at MSX International

13:00
- 13:50

Panel: The Importance of STEM to Michigan’s Economy

AVL Theater

Moderator: Linda Daichendt(CEO & Executive Director of MTAM)

Panelists

Douglas Baltz (Teacher at Seaholm High School)

Tom Krent (Education Specialist at Education Planning Resources)

David Palmer (Director of Business Partnerships at Workforce Intelligence Network)

EXPLORING SOLUTIONS DRIVING THE FUTURE OF MOBILITY

The entire way we travel from point A to point B is changing, creating a new ecosystem of personal mobility and mobility solutions. This shift will affect both companies in the traditional automotive value chain and new players in the mobility ecosystem. What does the future of mobility look like? What are the emerging mobility trends and solutions to watch? What are the implications for players across the mobility ecosystem and how are they responding? Join us for a discussion exploring the future of mobility and emerging mobility solutions. Hear from executive representing OEMs, suppliers, dealers, tech start-ups, and the public sector as they share their perspectives.

Shannon Zuniga (Director of the M-STEM Academies at University of Michigan)

Angela Thompkins (Head of Diversity and Inclusion and Talent Acquisition at Consumers Energy)

15:00
- 15:50

Panel: The STEM Gender Gap and How to Close It

AVL Theater

Moderator: Kathleen Norton-Schock (Co-Founder and Board Member of ardentCause L3C)

Panelists

Chris Barman (Principal at New Shore, LLC)

Jeff Golota (Founder and Managing Partner of Sargon Partners, Inc.)

Eboni Mack (Manager of Digital Analytics at GTB)

Janette Phillips (Director of Business Development at Chrysalis Consulting)

Candace Hayden (Senior VP Information Technology at Hutchinson)

15:10
- 17:00

Track 2: Autonomous/Electric Vehicles – Alix Partners

Ballroom A

NAVIGATING THE NEW AUTO ECOSYSTEM – A FOCUS ON AUTONOMOUS AND ELECTRIC

In 2014 AlixPartners identified CASE as its vision for the future of the automotive industry – connected, autonomous, shared and electric — which will create a new automotive ecosystem. In their most recent research, they have looked at how automakers, suppliers and other industry players need to evolve their organizations and partnering approaches to successfully transition to this new environment. Join this Industry Session panel discussion that will take a deep dive look at the impact of electric and autonomous vehicles will have and how companies can respond, survive and thrive. Also being shared is new research commissioned by AlixPartners looking at US consumers attitudes towards autonomous vehicles.

Rachel Bhattacharya manages a side of the Maven business that sets the company apart from other automotive shared service offerings. Rachel oversees the company’s business-to-business operations including the Lyft Express Drive program, the recent Uber partnership and future business use-cases of the Maven platform.

In addition to managing existing program operations, Rachel and her team are focused on refining a new, inclusive platform that will allow different businesses to use Maven vehicles for a variety of transportation needs. Her work includes optimizing services for the deployment of the Chevrolet Bolt EV, the only electric vehicle with enough range for ridesharing needs.

As GM and other automakers prepare for an autonomous future, Rachel’s team also focuses on using Maven’s commercial offerings as a method to pave the way for autonomous fleet operations.

Rachel describes herself as “not a car person, but a mobility person.” Embodying an entrepreneurial spirit, she focuses on sustainability and cultural improvements on a large scale. She has a passion for revitalizing cities and urban centers, and bringing transportation solutions to areas where options are limited. She sees Maven a critical enabler to round out GM’s product and service portfolio.

Prior to Maven, Rachel worked in Strategy on GM’s Corporate Development and Global M&A team. Rachel joined GM from a position at Starbucks in Global Corporate Strategy, coming from a prior consulting role with Bain & Company. She received her BA in Architectural Studies and minored in Urban Planning at the University of Washington. She received her MBA at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill—Kenan Flagler Business School.

Outside of work, Rachel is interested in design, specifically small space architectural design and jewelry design. These interests come second to her family: her husband and two-year-old son.

Rachel Bhattacharya

Chief Growth Officer at General Motors Urban Mobility and Maven

09:40
- 11:30

Track 3: Connectivity – Microsoft & Flex

AVL Theater

THE NEED FOR CONNECTED AND AUTONOMOUS VEHICLE COMMUNICATION STANDARDS

For Connected and Autonomous Vehicles to truly have an impact on Safety, Mobility, and the Environment, all vehicles and applications must operate nationwide, not just in a particular city, state, or region. Interoperability between vehicle, infrastructure, Vulnerable Road Users, etc. is critical; without interoperability, the system will not work. This presentation will focus on the need for Connected and Autonomous Vehicle communication standards, challenges for system deployments and from a device manufacture point of view, and the two (2) communication area’s (“radio” and message set) that need to be standardized.

Ingeborg Rocker joined Dassault Systèmes in 2014 as the Vice President of 3DEXPERIENCity and has been responsible for developing the Dassault Systèmes vision and strategy for modeling and simulating our planet, with a particular focus on the circular economy of resources and urban settlements. 3DEXPERIENCity® proposes the ‘Operational Twin’ as a virtual equivalent of the city, along with its systems and facilities – offering a virtual version of the real-time condition of the city – linking design and run in continuous feedback loops intrinsically with one another.

In 2015 Ingeborg also joined the Dassault Systèmes Corporate Strategy Team with a focus on developing new business visions and opportunities worldwide.

Most recently, Ingeborg has been named Dassault Systèmes VP for Strategy and Digital Transformation of the Cross Industry Teams focusing on the following disciplines: Materials, Cyberphysical Systems, Cobots + Robots, Value Chain, IoT/IoE and City.

Prior to joining Dassault Systèmes, Ingeborg worked for 9 years as a Professor at the Graduate School of Design, Harvard University where she taught Architectural and Urban Design and gave courses in the FAB lab, and seminars in the theory sequence. She received her PhD from Princeton University in 2010, her Master of Art from Princeton University in 2003, her Master of Science in Advanced Architectural Design from Columbia University in 1996 and her Diploma in Architecture from the RTWH Aachen, Germany in 1995. She has taught at Columbia University, Princeton University, the University of Pennsylvania, and Harvard University, and has worked with internationally renowned architects and urban planners.

Ingeborg has published and lectured internationally, and publications regarding her work at Dassault Systèmes have been featured in several newspapers, magazines, and on television.

Director of Tank Automotive Research, Development and Engineering Center (TARDEC) at US Army

Dr. Paul D. Rogers serves as the Director of TARDEC where he is responsible for providing executive management to deliver advanced technology solutions for all Department of Defense ground systems and combat support equipment. Dr. Rogers is a member of the Army Senior Executive Service.

As the TARDEC Director, Dr. Rogers manages a workforce of more than 1,700 engineers, scientists, researchers, and support staff and sets strategic direction for a full range of investments that affect more than 270 Army systems. With an annual budget of more than $475 million, Dr. Rogers ensures TARDEC provides vigilance and resourcefulness to deliver solutions within cost and on schedule so our Soldiers can dominate on the battlefield.

Dr. Rogers previously served as the Deputy Program Executive Officer for Ground Combat Systems where he managed the development, systems integration, acquisition, testing, fielding, sustainment and improvement of ground combat systems in accordance with the Army’s transformation campaign plan. The Ground Combat Systems Program has an annual budget of more than $2.9 billion with a total program cost of more than $18.46 billion (POM FY14-18). Dr. Rogers’ responsibilities included ensuring that all of the coordination and communication is achieved for a complex and diverse organization with two Pre-MDAP programs (Armored Multi-Purpose Vehicle and Ground Combat Vehicle) and four ACAT I programs, including the Paladin Integrated Management, Abrams Tank Upgrade, the Bradley Fighting Vehicle Upgrade and the Stryker Armored Vehicle System. Additionally, he oversaw four ACAT II programs as well as approximately 100 other weapons system programs.

Prior to accepting his responsibilities as Deputy PEO GCS, Dr. Rogers served as the TARDEC Executive Director for Research and Technical Integration. In this capacity, Dr. Rogers led the organization in providing Army research and development in Ground Vehicle Power and Mobility, Survivability, Intelligent Systems, Vehicle Electronic and Architecture Systems, and Platform Concept, Analysis, and System Simulation. Dr. Rogers served as the key executive responsible for the center’s science and technology strategic planning, program selection, funding allocation, execution and transition to acquisition programs. He managed the technology base investments and led a 500- person workforce through six technical business area associate directors.

As a member of the Michigan National Guard, Dr. Rogers was activated and served in Iraq as the Battalion Commander for the 507th Engineer Battalion. His command included 12 separate companies/detachments at Balad, Iraq in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom 04-06. The 507th Eng. Bn. was a joint force consisting of deployed forces from the Active Army and Air Force, Army National Guard, Army Reserve, and Marines. He commanded a total of 823 soldiers, 139 marines, and 114 airmen in combat operations during the deployment. His mission responsibilities included military fixed bridging, offensive assault float bridging, rafting operations, riverine operations, vertical and horizontal construction, well drilling, and asphalt production/paving. He also organized, trained, and deployed an armored D9 dozer task force in support of division offensive operations. The 507th Eng Bn served in Iraq from 1 January 2005 to 6 December 2005. Dr. Rogers’ military awards and decorations include the Bronze Star, Army Meritorious Service Medal, Army Achievement Medal, Iraqi Campaign Medal, Airborne Badge and the Bronze Order of the de Fleury Medal. His prior military assignments include Battalion Operations Officer, Company Commander, and Platoon Leader. His assignments include Chief of Staff, 46th Military Police Command, Commander, 177th Regiment, Regional Training Institute and Brigade. He currently holds the rank of Brigadier General and serves as the Deputy Commanding General, 46th Military Police Command, MIARNG.

Dr. Rogers holds a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering-Engineering Mechanics from Michigan Technological University (MTU), a Master of Strategic Studies from the U.S. Army War College, a Master of Science in Engineering – Mechanical Engineering from the University of Michigan – Dearborn, and a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from MTU. He is a graduate of the Army Engineer Officer Basic Course, Engineer Officer Advance Course, Combined Arms Services Staff School, Army Command and General Staff College and the U.S. Army War College. Dr. Rogers is currently serving the External Advisory Boards for the Mechanical Engineering Departments at Michigan Technological University, Lawrence Technological University and the University of Michigan. He has previously served as an Adjunct Professor of Mechanical Engineering at LTU.

Dr. Paul Rogers

Director of Tank Automotive Research, Development and Engineering Center (TARDEC) at US Army

Executive VP and Director of Corporate Operations at Crain Communications

KC Crain is President and COO of Crain Communications, a global business media enterprise with such titles as Automotive News, Autoweek, Advertising Age and Plastics News.

KC is also group publisher of Crain’s Chicago Business, Crain’s Detroit Business and all brands under Crain’s Automotive Group and Global Polymer Group. Previously, he held roles of executive vice president and director of corporate operations of Crain Communications, as well as associate publisher and advertising director at Autoweek. He started at Crain as a reporter for Automotive News.

Active in a number of civic and business activities, KC serves on the boards of the Detroit Children’s Fund, the Karmanos Cancer Institute and the Young Presidents Organization. He sits on the steering committee of the College for Creative Studies.

In addition to keen interests and influential connections throughout the automotive, tech and publishing industries, KC is dedicated to Detroit’s economic development with investments and partnerships in real estate and restaurant ventures.

KC Crain

Executive VP and Director of Corporate Operations at Crain Communications

David Graff was named the vice president of sales, Retail Network Solutions (RNS) at MSXI in October 2013 and is responsible for the company’s sales strategy and execution for global automotive accounts.

With more than 20 years developing and executing sales strategies, Graff has a strong background in business development, account management and re-engineering efforts in the automotive industry. He has extensive experience throughout the manufacturing field including automotive, industrial equipment, aerospace and technology.

Before joining MSXI, Graff served as the automotive managing director at Microsoft Corp., where he was responsible for developing and executing the company’s sales strategy, solutions portfolio and partner integration, as well as marketing and communications for the discrete manufacturing industry. At Microsoft, he also served as the global account manager for Ford Motor Company, with responsibilities which included sales, partner integration and customer satisfaction. Prior to this, Graff honed his skills at Air Guide Manufacturing, Goodman Manufacturing, Integrated Information Systems and Pensare Incorporated. From 1989 to 2000, he rose to the rank of senior manager at Ernst and Young LLP, where he managed the selling and delivery efforts of consulting engagements to global Fortune 500 companies.

Graff earned his Bachelor of Science degree in industrial engineering from Arizona State University, Tempe, Ariz.

Executive VP and Director of Corporate Operations at Crain Communications

KC Crain is President and COO of Crain Communications, a global business media enterprise with such titles as Automotive News, Autoweek, Advertising Age and Plastics News.

KC is also group publisher of Crain’s Chicago Business, Crain’s Detroit Business and all brands under Crain’s Automotive Group and Global Polymer Group. Previously, he held roles of executive vice president and director of corporate operations of Crain Communications, as well as associate publisher and advertising director at Autoweek. He started at Crain as a reporter for Automotive News.

Active in a number of civic and business activities, KC serves on the boards of the Detroit Children’s Fund, the Karmanos Cancer Institute and the Young Presidents Organization. He sits on the steering committee of the College for Creative Studies.

In addition to keen interests and influential connections throughout the automotive, tech and publishing industries, KC is dedicated to Detroit’s economic development with investments and partnerships in real estate and restaurant ventures.

KC Crain

Executive VP and Director of Corporate Operations at Crain Communications

Chris Reed is vice president, Components Engineering and Overseas Chief Vehicle Engineer (OCVE) D-Platform Crossovers, Nissan Technical Center North America (NTCNA), a position to which he was appointed in April 2015. In this role, Reed reports to Takeshi Yamaguchi, senior vice president, Research and Development, NTCNA, and is responsible for Powertrain, Electrical, and Audio/IT engineering groups and is OCVE for Nissan Murano and Pathfinder as well as the INFINITI QX60.

Reed joined Nissan North America in 1988 as an entry-level engineer in the body design group. From 2011 to 2013, he worked in safety and then exterior/accessories while being OCVE of trucks. He also spent over two years in Japan to develop the Nissan Murano from scratch. From 1999 to 2007, Reed was self-employed as a home builder and ran a small automotive parts supplier.

Reed holds a mechanical engineering degree from Virginia Tech. He is located at NTCNA in Farmington Hills, Michigan.

As Publisher and Editor of Automotive News, Jason Stein directs the editorial and commercial operations for one of the world’s largest automotive business-to-business news outlets. Stein became publisher in May 2013 after serving as the Editor and Associate Publisher for six months. In his continued role as Editor, he oversees more than 65 Reporters and Editors around the world, from Detroit to Paris to Shanghai. An open-minded and collaborative leader, Stein also heads the sales, marketing, event, and circulation departments. In these roles he is both creative and determined, exploring new approaches and business models to elevate his team and deliver the best experience for Automotive News readers. Stein is an active volunteer at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Southeastern Michigan, the United Way of Southeastern Michigan, and Cornerstone Schools. He also holds a position as a juror for the World Car of the Year Award and Ford’s annual Salute to Dealers recognition program at the National Automobile Dealers Association convention.

Pradeep Kathail is the Chief Architect of Software Group at Cisco and CTO for Connected Car business unit and is responsible for architecture, technology and standards strategy, innovation and incubation of new businesses. His current focus areas are introduction of standard network technology in live TV production (PMN) and automotive (Connected Cars). He is also responsible for cost effective connectivity of IoT devices, security of network infrastructure and evangelizing use of IPv6 in Enterprise networks. During his tenure at Cisco, he led many large-scale OS infrastructure and system development. Prior to Cisco, Pradeep held various technology management jobs at Apple, Novell, SITA and IBM. He holds a MS Computer Science degree from IIT Roorkee, India.

Mr. DeRosa is a Mobility Lead at AECOM with over ten years of experience in both public and private sectors, as well as non-profit. He is based in Los Angeles and his recent experience has focused on delivery of transportation projects including Connected and Autonomous Vehicles, Hyperloop, High-Speed Rail, Light-Rail, and Streetcars. Additionally, he works with the AECOM Ventures group, which aims to encompass the integration of new technologies and business models to innovate our industry.

Senior VP of e-Mobility & Product Innovation at Volkswagen Group of America

In August 2016 Burkhard Huhnke became Senior VP of e-Mobility & Product Innovation in Belmont, California. One of his main tasks is to guide the organization through the transformation process into the era of digitalization. He leads the product line of Volkswagen’s electrical cars in the North American Region.

Previously he represented the company in the $260 Million private and public funded project IACMI – Institute for Advanced Composites Manufacturing Innovation as the VP of Product Innovation of the Engineering and Planning Center of Volkswagen Group of America to mainly foster innovations. IACMI is a U.S. Department of Energy supported composites manufacturing hub.

Relocating back to the U.S. in 2014, Burkhard led the product engineering team at the Volkswagen Chattanooga plant and served as a Board Member for Product Engineering. He was in charge of the Volkswagen Passat and Atlas

At Volkswagen’s headquarters in Wolfsburg, Dr. Huhnke initiated and implemented Europe’s largest test laboratory for automotive battery packages and components for the Volkswagen Group and worked on the e-traction projects, e-Golf and e-Up.

From 2006 to 2011, Dr. Huhnke was the Executive Director of Volkswagen’s Electronics Research Laboratory in Palo Alto, CA. He initiated the Volkswagen Automotive Innovation Center (VAIL) at the Stanford University Campus together with Stanford Professors Thrun, Nass and Gerdes. He was the project leader for the autonomous car Volkswagen Passat Junior, participating in the DARPA Grand Challenge and the Pikes Peak hill climbing driverless Audi TTS.

Dr. Huhnke’s professional career began as project engineer in 1994 at an optical sensor company where he specialized in vehicle dynamics measurement. He joined Volkswagen in 1998.

Dr. Huhnke studied electrical engineering, at the University of Braunschweig. His dissertation about optical distance measurement was awarded with the International Measurement Prize.

Dr. Huhnke serves as Research Fellow the Hult Business School in San Francisco, and is a member of the Board of Advisors at the College of Engineering at University of Tennessee Knoxville and at the College of Engineering and Computer Science at University of Tennessee Chattanooga.

Dr. Burkhard Huhnke

Senior VP of e-Mobility & Product Innovation at Volkswagen Group of America

Mark has over 20 years’ experience focusing on strategy and operations at automotive and industrial manufacturers. In his consulting work, he has advised many industrial companies on tackling strategic issues, including post-merger integrations, restructuring, expanding to new segments, handling market shifts, and creating new business approaches for capturing value from the shifting trends and competitive dynamics. Within automotive, he has worked across the value chain, from suppliers and automakers to finance & insurance, aftermarket and dealership groups. Mark brings deep experience in helping automotive and industrial companies transform, improve operations, acquire companies, and grow. He also works extensively with private equity investors in acquisitions and operational improvements. Prior to AlixPartners, Mark was a program manager at Magna International, a consultant at McKinsey & Company, and led business development at HSBC Auto Finance. Mark has an MBA from the Wharton School, a BSCE in mechanical engineering from Queens University, and is a licensed Professional Engineer and Certified Insolvency & Restructuring Advisor.

Rod Davenport is an I.T. professional with 25 years of experience across a variety of industries including publishing, automotive, health care, and energy with skills developed across a broad array of computer technology disciplines. He is currently serving as the Chief Technology Officer for the State of Michigan, responsible for IT Strategy, Vendor Management and Innovation, Infrastructure & Operations and Enterprise Architecture & Solution Design. Prior to joining the State, he was most recently employed with DTE Energy where he focused on innovation and emerging technologies as well as taking a lead role in Department of Energy research grants conducting an analysis of Smart Grid communication protocols.

Rod holds a Bachelor of Science in Information Technology from Lawrence Technological University.

Dan Gilbert is Founder and Chairman of Quicken Loans Inc., the nation’s second largest mortgage lender. He is also Founder and Chairman of Rock Ventures LLC, the umbrella entity for his portfolio of business and real estate investments, and majority owner of the 2016 NBA Champion Cleveland Cavaliers. Rock Ventures and its more than 100 affiliated companies across the country employ more than 30,000 team members.

Since 2013, Detroit-based Quicken Loans closed $220 billion in home loan volume across all 50 states, and in 2016, for the seventh consecutive year, earned J.D. Power’s highest rating for client satisfaction among all U.S. mortgage lenders. Quicken Loans is No. 1 on Computerworld magazine’s “100 Best Places to Work in IT” and has been named one of FORTUNE Magazine’s “100 Best Companies to Work For” for 13 consecutive years.

Dan is also a shareholder in several sports-related consumer and technology businesses, including a leading wall graphics company (Fathead), electronic ticketing company (Flash Seats) and innovative sports equipment helmet maker (Xenith).

Dan began moving his Family of Companies to Detroit’s central business district in 2010 in an effort to help lead the transformation of a great American city. In January 2010, Dan co-founded Bedrock Detroit, a full-service real estate firm specializing in purchasing, leasing, financing, developing and managing commercial space based in downtown Detroit. Since then, he has invested more than $2.2 billion to purchase and renovate more than 95 commercial properties accounting for more than 15 million square feet in the city’s urban core. Thousands of jobs have been created, and today nearly 17,000 Rock Ventures team members work in downtown Detroit.

Dan also founded JACK Entertainment, a developer and owner of unique urban casinos in downtown Cleveland, Cincinnati and Baltimore. In 2013, the company also acquired Detroit’s Greektown Casino-Hotel, which will be renamed as JACK Detroit Casino-Hotel Greektown later this year.

In March 2013, Rock Ventures, in collaboration with the Downtown Detroit Partnership and Detroit Economic Growth Corporation, unveiled and implemented a visionary placemaking and retail plan centered on creating activity and vibrant, distinct destinations to draw people to the region using a multifaceted approach to the planning, design and management of public spaces.

Dan is a Founder and Principal of Detroit Venture Partners (DVP), a venture capital firm that funds startup and early-stage technology companies in Detroit. He is also a Founding Partner of Detroit-based private equity group Rockbridge Growth Equity LLC, which invests in growing businesses in the financial services, Internet technology, consumer-direct marketing and the sports and entertainment industries across the United States.

In September 2013, Dan was named co-chair of the Blight Removal Task Force. The group, appointed by the Obama Administration, published a detailed plan in May 2014 to remove all blighted structures and lots in the city of Detroit. He also serves as Vice Chairman of the M-1 RAIL initiative, which began construction in July 2014. The 6.6-mile modern streetcar system, known as QLINE, is designed to spur economic development and improve downtown and midtown Detroit’s transportation infrastructure.

Dan serves on the boards of the Cleveland Clinic, the Washington D.C.-based Children’s National Medical Center and the Children’s Tumor Foundation, which is focused on finding a cure for the genetic disorder neurofibromatosis.

He earned his bachelor’s degree from Michigan State University and his law degree from Wayne State University.

David Graff was named the vice president of sales, Retail Network Solutions (RNS) at MSXI in October 2013 and is responsible for the company’s sales strategy and execution for global automotive accounts.

With more than 20 years developing and executing sales strategies, Graff has a strong background in business development, account management and re-engineering efforts in the automotive industry. He has extensive experience throughout the manufacturing field including automotive, industrial equipment, aerospace and technology.

Before joining MSXI, Graff served as the automotive managing director at Microsoft Corp., where he was responsible for developing and executing the company’s sales strategy, solutions portfolio and partner integration, as well as marketing and communications for the discrete manufacturing industry. At Microsoft, he also served as the global account manager for Ford Motor Company, with responsibilities which included sales, partner integration and customer satisfaction. Prior to this, Graff honed his skills at Air Guide Manufacturing, Goodman Manufacturing, Integrated Information Systems and Pensare Incorporated. From 1989 to 2000, he rose to the rank of senior manager at Ernst and Young LLP, where he managed the selling and delivery efforts of consulting engagements to global Fortune 500 companies.

Graff earned his Bachelor of Science degree in industrial engineering from Arizona State University, Tempe, Ariz.

Matt Simoncini has served as President, Chief Executive Officer and a director of the Company since September 2011. In this role, Mr. Simoncini is responsible for the strategic direction and operational leadership of the Company. Formerly, Mr. Simoncini was Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of the Company, a role he had held since September 2007. As Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, he was responsible for the Company’s global Finance operations, including external Financial Reporting, Corporate Business Planning & Analysis, Corporate Strategy and Business Development as well as Information Technology activities worldwide. In August 2006, Mr. Simoncini was named Senior Vice President of Finance and Chief Accounting Officer where he was responsible for the Company’s worldwide operational finance, accounting and financial reporting. Prior to that, he was vice president of Global Finance, a position he had held since June 2004. Mr. Simoncini also served as the Company’s Vice President of Finance — Europe as well as held the Vice President of Finance position for the Company’s Electrical & Electronics business and DaimlerChrysler division. Mr. Simoncini joined United Technologies Automotive (“UTA”) in April 1996 as director of Finance for the Motors Division with responsibility for the financial activities of the business unit. At the time of the Company’s acquisition of UTA in May 1999, Mr. Simoncini was director of Global Financial Planning & Analysis. Previous to UTA, Mr. Simoncini held financial and manufacturing positions with Varity Kelsey Hayes and Horizon Enterprises including Chief Financial Officer of Kelsey Hayes’ European Operations. Mr. Simoncini began his career at Touche Ross and is a certified public accountant. In addition to his responsibilities at the Company, Mr. Simoncini is a member of the board of directors for the Wayne State University Foundation, Detroit Economic Club, Business Leaders of Michigan, the Michigan Opera Theatre and The Parade Company. Mr. Simoncini earned a bachelor’s degree in Accounting from Wayne State University.

Charlie Vogelheim brings nearly 30 years of automotive experience his presentations including roles as the host of Motor Trend Audio, the executive editor at Kelley Blue Book and as a VP at J.D. Power and Associates.

Charlie’s career has involved many aspects of the automotive industry. He spends his time evaluating new and interesting vehicles and helping consumers receive and understand car information. He has developed keen and humorous observations and insight to this ever-changing business and the cars we love, own and remember.

In order to study trends, further product familiarity and develop contact with industry personalities he travels worldwide, attending test-drives, auto shows and gatherings. Charlie is often a featured speaker at automotive seminars, conferences and media interviews. He’s a regular radio correspondent and an automotive industry commentator for televised business news.

Charlie hosts the weekly podcast “Motor Trend Audio”. Each week he shares a variety of car related conversations and interviews with car owners, characters and celebrities. This fast and fun show covers all aspects of car ownership, enthusiasm and technology.

At J.D. Power, Charlie produced the International Automotive Roundtable, the premier forum for industry leaders and executives to share and discuss market forces affecting the automotive industry.

During Charlie’s 20 years at Kelley Blue Book, he served as a key member of its editorial team. He was responsible for Kelley Blue Book’s extensive database which produced the fabled Blue Book and eventually the website: www.kbb.com.

As an internet pioneer, Charlie was an original contributor to the development and implementation of the automotive sites at Microsoft, AOL, Yahoo, Google and e-Bay. Additionally, he was Chairman of the Automotive Internet Standards Committee contributing to the development of all major automotive Internet sites.

Charlie earned a bachelor’s degree in economics from Gonzaga University in Spokane, Washington. His education included one year abroad studying the formation of the Common Market/European Union.

Immediately following college, he pursued an interest in aviation, including several years as a commercial pilot, flight instructor, ground school teacher, flight club manager, Alaskan float-plane bush-pilot and air traffic controller.

Charlie Vogelheim brings nearly 30 years of automotive experience his presentations including roles as the host of Motor Trend Audio, the executive editor at Kelley Blue Book and as a VP at J.D. Power and Associates.

Charlie’s career has involved many aspects of the automotive industry. He spends his time evaluating new and interesting vehicles and helping consumers receive and understand car information. He has developed keen and humorous observations and insight to this ever-changing business and the cars we love, own and remember.

In order to study trends, further product familiarity and develop contact with industry personalities he travels worldwide, attending test-drives, auto shows and gatherings. Charlie is often a featured speaker at automotive seminars, conferences and media interviews. He’s a regular radio correspondent and an automotive industry commentator for televised business news.

Charlie hosts the weekly podcast “Motor Trend Audio”. Each week he shares a variety of car related conversations and interviews with car owners, characters and celebrities. This fast and fun show covers all aspects of car ownership, enthusiasm and technology.

At J.D. Power, Charlie produced the International Automotive Roundtable, the premier forum for industry leaders and executives to share and discuss market forces affecting the automotive industry.

During Charlie’s 20 years at Kelley Blue Book, he served as a key member of its editorial team. He was responsible for Kelley Blue Book’s extensive database which produced the fabled Blue Book and eventually the website: www.kbb.com.

As an internet pioneer, Charlie was an original contributor to the development and implementation of the automotive sites at Microsoft, AOL, Yahoo, Google and e-Bay. Additionally, he was Chairman of the Automotive Internet Standards Committee contributing to the development of all major automotive Internet sites.

Charlie earned a bachelor’s degree in economics from Gonzaga University in Spokane, Washington. His education included one year abroad studying the formation of the Common Market/European Union.

Immediately following college, he pursued an interest in aviation, including several years as a commercial pilot, flight instructor, ground school teacher, flight club manager, Alaskan float-plane bush-pilot and air traffic controller.

David Graff was named the vice president of sales, Retail Network Solutions (RNS) at MSXI in October 2013 and is responsible for the company’s sales strategy and execution for global automotive accounts.

With more than 20 years developing and executing sales strategies, Graff has a strong background in business development, account management and re-engineering efforts in the automotive industry. He has extensive experience throughout the manufacturing field including automotive, industrial equipment, aerospace and technology.

Before joining MSXI, Graff served as the automotive managing director at Microsoft Corp., where he was responsible for developing and executing the company’s sales strategy, solutions portfolio and partner integration, as well as marketing and communications for the discrete manufacturing industry. At Microsoft, he also served as the global account manager for Ford Motor Company, with responsibilities which included sales, partner integration and customer satisfaction. Prior to this, Graff honed his skills at Air Guide Manufacturing, Goodman Manufacturing, Integrated Information Systems and Pensare Incorporated. From 1989 to 2000, he rose to the rank of senior manager at Ernst and Young LLP, where he managed the selling and delivery efforts of consulting engagements to global Fortune 500 companies.

Graff earned his Bachelor of Science degree in industrial engineering from Arizona State University, Tempe, Ariz.

Executive VP and Director of Corporate Operations at Crain Communications

KC Crain is President and COO of Crain Communications, a global business media enterprise with such titles as Automotive News, Autoweek, Advertising Age and Plastics News.

KC is also group publisher of Crain’s Chicago Business, Crain’s Detroit Business and all brands under Crain’s Automotive Group and Global Polymer Group. Previously, he held roles of executive vice president and director of corporate operations of Crain Communications, as well as associate publisher and advertising director at Autoweek. He started at Crain as a reporter for Automotive News.

Active in a number of civic and business activities, KC serves on the boards of the Detroit Children’s Fund, the Karmanos Cancer Institute and the Young Presidents Organization. He sits on the steering committee of the College for Creative Studies.

In addition to keen interests and influential connections throughout the automotive, tech and publishing industries, KC is dedicated to Detroit’s economic development with investments and partnerships in real estate and restaurant ventures.

KC Crain

Executive VP and Director of Corporate Operations at Crain Communications

Mike Duggan was elected as Mayor of Detroit on November 5, 2013 and took office on January 1, 2014. As Mayor, he governs the city of his birth and where he spent the previous 32 years of his career collaborating with others to solve some of the city’s most vexing issues.

While Mayor Duggan was elected largely on his track record of leading successful large-scale financial and operational turnarounds, Detroiters responded strongly to his deep love for the city, which can be seen in his work over the years. During his career he has taken on challenges and untangled problems that directly impact the quality of life of Detroiters, including access to health care, public transportation, crime, blight, expanding recreational opportunities in the city, job creation and more.

His immediate priority as Mayor has been to implement a coordinated strategy to address the numerous challenges residents have faced over the years, most notably, blight, public lighting, transportation and public safety.

During his first year in office, the city has made significant progress in each of these areas, although he is the first to admit that much work remains. Thanks to new partnerships with Detroit City Council, as well as in Lansing and Washington, D.C., the city now is removing blight at a record pace, has installed more than 35,000 new LED streetlights, secured the purchase of 80 new DDOT buses through federal funds and significantly reduced both police and EMS response times.

Nikola is led by its founder, Trevor Milton, who oversees the day-to-day operations of the Company as its president and CEO. He has led Nikola Motor Company from startup to more than four billion dollars in preorder reservations for the Nikola hydrogen electric truck.

Prior to starting Nikola Motor Company, Trevor was CEO of dHybrid Systems, LLC a natural gas storage technology company that was acquired by one of America’s largest steel providers, Worthington Industries, Inc. Trevor is also the author of several patents and has helped advance green technologies through his years of industry experience.

He holds a controlling interest in Nikola Motor Company and has directed research, development and prototype assembly of the Nikola One from the beginning. Trevor has also assisted in design of nearly every part of the Nikola One truck: rotor / stator, inverters, controllers, DC to DC, motor gearbox, thermal management, battery and ESS, infotainment and much more.

Trevor is a proven leader with a passion for sustainable energy projects through disruptive technologies. He is fluent in English, Portuguese and is semi-fluent in Spanish having lived in Puerto Rico.

Charlie Vogelheim brings nearly 30 years of automotive experience his presentations including roles as the host of Motor Trend Audio, the executive editor at Kelley Blue Book and as a VP at J.D. Power and Associates.

Charlie’s career has involved many aspects of the automotive industry. He spends his time evaluating new and interesting vehicles and helping consumers receive and understand car information. He has developed keen and humorous observations and insight to this ever-changing business and the cars we love, own and remember.

In order to study trends, further product familiarity and develop contact with industry personalities he travels worldwide, attending test-drives, auto shows and gatherings. Charlie is often a featured speaker at automotive seminars, conferences and media interviews. He’s a regular radio correspondent and an automotive industry commentator for televised business news.

Charlie hosts the weekly podcast “Motor Trend Audio”. Each week he shares a variety of car related conversations and interviews with car owners, characters and celebrities. This fast and fun show covers all aspects of car ownership, enthusiasm and technology.

At J.D. Power, Charlie produced the International Automotive Roundtable, the premier forum for industry leaders and executives to share and discuss market forces affecting the automotive industry.

During Charlie’s 20 years at Kelley Blue Book, he served as a key member of its editorial team. He was responsible for Kelley Blue Book’s extensive database which produced the fabled Blue Book and eventually the website: www.kbb.com.

As an internet pioneer, Charlie was an original contributor to the development and implementation of the automotive sites at Microsoft, AOL, Yahoo, Google and e-Bay. Additionally, he was Chairman of the Automotive Internet Standards Committee contributing to the development of all major automotive Internet sites.

Charlie earned a bachelor’s degree in economics from Gonzaga University in Spokane, Washington. His education included one year abroad studying the formation of the Common Market/European Union.

Immediately following college, he pursued an interest in aviation, including several years as a commercial pilot, flight instructor, ground school teacher, flight club manager, Alaskan float-plane bush-pilot and air traffic controller.

Charlie Vogelheim brings nearly 30 years of automotive experience his presentations including roles as the host of Motor Trend Audio, the executive editor at Kelley Blue Book and as a VP at J.D. Power and Associates.

Charlie’s career has involved many aspects of the automotive industry. He spends his time evaluating new and interesting vehicles and helping consumers receive and understand car information. He has developed keen and humorous observations and insight to this ever-changing business and the cars we love, own and remember.

In order to study trends, further product familiarity and develop contact with industry personalities he travels worldwide, attending test-drives, auto shows and gatherings. Charlie is often a featured speaker at automotive seminars, conferences and media interviews. He’s a regular radio correspondent and an automotive industry commentator for televised business news.

Charlie hosts the weekly podcast “Motor Trend Audio”. Each week he shares a variety of car related conversations and interviews with car owners, characters and celebrities. This fast and fun show covers all aspects of car ownership, enthusiasm and technology.

At J.D. Power, Charlie produced the International Automotive Roundtable, the premier forum for industry leaders and executives to share and discuss market forces affecting the automotive industry.

During Charlie’s 20 years at Kelley Blue Book, he served as a key member of its editorial team. He was responsible for Kelley Blue Book’s extensive database which produced the fabled Blue Book and eventually the website: www.kbb.com.

As an internet pioneer, Charlie was an original contributor to the development and implementation of the automotive sites at Microsoft, AOL, Yahoo, Google and e-Bay. Additionally, he was Chairman of the Automotive Internet Standards Committee contributing to the development of all major automotive Internet sites.

Charlie earned a bachelor’s degree in economics from Gonzaga University in Spokane, Washington. His education included one year abroad studying the formation of the Common Market/European Union.

Immediately following college, he pursued an interest in aviation, including several years as a commercial pilot, flight instructor, ground school teacher, flight club manager, Alaskan float-plane bush-pilot and air traffic controller.

Kathy manages a global organization to deliver comprehensive platforms for Advanced Driver Assist Systems (ADAS) and Autonomous Driving (AD) solutions. She leads a team that is developing in-car platforms needed to create increasingly sophisticated solutions for highly autonomous driving needs and is aligning the breadth of Intel’s assets to deliver end-to-end platforms for fully autonomous solutions.

Prior to joining Intel earlier this year, Kathy led automated driving efforts, global new-growth strategies for embedded and aftermarket software products, and cloud-based automotive and consumer services at Delphi Electronics & Safety. Named one of Automotive News’ Top 100 Impactful Women in the Automotive Industry, she and her team won numerous awards, such as the Edison Award for Innovation, Popular Mechanics Best, and USA Today’s Readers’ Choice for Road Trippers. And in April of 2015, she developed and executed the first-ever, record-breaking cross-country drive by an autonomous vehicle. Prior to Delphi, Kathy spent many years at Motorola where she led their entry-level Android smart phone business encompassing all aspects of product lifecycle management including software, hardware, service plans and 3rd party applications.

Vice President, Vehicle Component and System Engineering at Ford Motor Company

Jim Holland is Ford Motor Company’s vice president, Vehicle Components and Systems Engineering. His role is central to the company’s commitment to develop Ford and Lincoln vehicles with top quality, fuel efficiency, safety, smart technology and value, globally.

During his 33 years with Ford, Holland led as chief engineer for Explorer and Global Hybrid Vehicle Strategy, as well as chief program engineer for the Range Rover vehicle line. He has held leadership positions at Ford Asia Pacific as engineering director and car & truck vehicle line director.

Holland has been an active member of the Society of Automotive Engineers International for the past thirty years. He is also a board of trustee for the University of Detroit Mercy, and a board member for the Michigan Science Center.

Holland holds a Bachelor of Science in mechanical engineering from Lawrence Technological University and a Master of Business Administration from the University of Detroit Mercy.

Jim Holland

Vice President, Vehicle Component and System Engineering at Ford Motor Company

David Graff was named the vice president of sales, Retail Network Solutions (RNS) at MSXI in October 2013 and is responsible for the company’s sales strategy and execution for global automotive accounts.

With more than 20 years developing and executing sales strategies, Graff has a strong background in business development, account management and re-engineering efforts in the automotive industry. He has extensive experience throughout the manufacturing field including automotive, industrial equipment, aerospace and technology.

Before joining MSXI, Graff served as the automotive managing director at Microsoft Corp., where he was responsible for developing and executing the company’s sales strategy, solutions portfolio and partner integration, as well as marketing and communications for the discrete manufacturing industry. At Microsoft, he also served as the global account manager for Ford Motor Company, with responsibilities which included sales, partner integration and customer satisfaction. Prior to this, Graff honed his skills at Air Guide Manufacturing, Goodman Manufacturing, Integrated Information Systems and Pensare Incorporated. From 1989 to 2000, he rose to the rank of senior manager at Ernst and Young LLP, where he managed the selling and delivery efforts of consulting engagements to global Fortune 500 companies.

Graff earned his Bachelor of Science degree in industrial engineering from Arizona State University, Tempe, Ariz.

David Graff

VP of Sales, RNS at MSX International

13:00
- 13:50

Panel: The Importance of STEM to Michigan’s Economy

AVL Theater

Moderator: Linda Daichendt(CEO & Executive Director of MTAM)

Panelists

Douglas Baltz (Teacher at Seaholm High School)

Tom Krent (Education Specialist at Education Planning Resources)

David Palmer (Director of Business Partnerships at Workforce Intelligence Network)

EXPLORING SOLUTIONS DRIVING THE FUTURE OF MOBILITY

The entire way we travel from point A to point B is changing, creating a new ecosystem of personal mobility and mobility solutions. This shift will affect both companies in the traditional automotive value chain and new players in the mobility ecosystem. What does the future of mobility look like? What are the emerging mobility trends and solutions to watch? What are the implications for players across the mobility ecosystem and how are they responding? Join us for a discussion exploring the future of mobility and emerging mobility solutions. Hear from executive representing OEMs, suppliers, dealers, tech start-ups, and the public sector as they share their perspectives.

Shannon Zuniga (Director of the M-STEM Academies at University of Michigan)

Angela Thompkins (Head of Diversity and Inclusion and Talent Acquisition at Consumers Energy)

15:00
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Panel: The STEM Gender Gap and How to Close It

AVL Theater

Moderator: Kathleen Norton-Schock (Co-Founder and Board Member of ardentCause L3C)

Panelists

Chris Barman (Principal at New Shore, LLC)

Jeff Golota (Founder and Managing Partner of Sargon Partners, Inc.)

Eboni Mack (Manager of Digital Analytics at GTB)

Janette Phillips (Director of Business Development at Chrysalis Consulting)

Candace Hayden (Senior VP Information Technology at Hutchinson)

15:10
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Track 2: Autonomous/Electric Vehicles – Alix Partners

Ballroom A

NAVIGATING THE NEW AUTO ECOSYSTEM – A FOCUS ON AUTONOMOUS AND ELECTRIC

In 2014 AlixPartners identified CASE as its vision for the future of the automotive industry – connected, autonomous, shared and electric — which will create a new automotive ecosystem. In their most recent research, they have looked at how automakers, suppliers and other industry players need to evolve their organizations and partnering approaches to successfully transition to this new environment. Join this Industry Session panel discussion that will take a deep dive look at the impact of electric and autonomous vehicles will have and how companies can respond, survive and thrive. Also being shared is new research commissioned by AlixPartners looking at US consumers attitudes towards autonomous vehicles.

Rachel Bhattacharya manages a side of the Maven business that sets the company apart from other automotive shared service offerings. Rachel oversees the company’s business-to-business operations including the Lyft Express Drive program, the recent Uber partnership and future business use-cases of the Maven platform.

In addition to managing existing program operations, Rachel and her team are focused on refining a new, inclusive platform that will allow different businesses to use Maven vehicles for a variety of transportation needs. Her work includes optimizing services for the deployment of the Chevrolet Bolt EV, the only electric vehicle with enough range for ridesharing needs.

As GM and other automakers prepare for an autonomous future, Rachel’s team also focuses on using Maven’s commercial offerings as a method to pave the way for autonomous fleet operations.

Rachel describes herself as “not a car person, but a mobility person.” Embodying an entrepreneurial spirit, she focuses on sustainability and cultural improvements on a large scale. She has a passion for revitalizing cities and urban centers, and bringing transportation solutions to areas where options are limited. She sees Maven a critical enabler to round out GM’s product and service portfolio.

Prior to Maven, Rachel worked in Strategy on GM’s Corporate Development and Global M&A team. Rachel joined GM from a position at Starbucks in Global Corporate Strategy, coming from a prior consulting role with Bain & Company. She received her BA in Architectural Studies and minored in Urban Planning at the University of Washington. She received her MBA at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill—Kenan Flagler Business School.

Outside of work, Rachel is interested in design, specifically small space architectural design and jewelry design. These interests come second to her family: her husband and two-year-old son.

Rachel Bhattacharya

Chief Growth Officer at General Motors Urban Mobility and Maven

09:40
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Track 3: Connectivity – Microsoft & Flex

AVL Theater

THE NEED FOR CONNECTED AND AUTONOMOUS VEHICLE COMMUNICATION STANDARDS

For Connected and Autonomous Vehicles to truly have an impact on Safety, Mobility, and the Environment, all vehicles and applications must operate nationwide, not just in a particular city, state, or region. Interoperability between vehicle, infrastructure, Vulnerable Road Users, etc. is critical; without interoperability, the system will not work. This presentation will focus on the need for Connected and Autonomous Vehicle communication standards, challenges for system deployments and from a device manufacture point of view, and the two (2) communication area’s (“radio” and message set) that need to be standardized.

Ingeborg Rocker joined Dassault Systèmes in 2014 as the Vice President of 3DEXPERIENCity and has been responsible for developing the Dassault Systèmes vision and strategy for modeling and simulating our planet, with a particular focus on the circular economy of resources and urban settlements. 3DEXPERIENCity® proposes the ‘Operational Twin’ as a virtual equivalent of the city, along with its systems and facilities – offering a virtual version of the real-time condition of the city – linking design and run in continuous feedback loops intrinsically with one another.

In 2015 Ingeborg also joined the Dassault Systèmes Corporate Strategy Team with a focus on developing new business visions and opportunities worldwide.

Most recently, Ingeborg has been named Dassault Systèmes VP for Strategy and Digital Transformation of the Cross Industry Teams focusing on the following disciplines: Materials, Cyberphysical Systems, Cobots + Robots, Value Chain, IoT/IoE and City.

Prior to joining Dassault Systèmes, Ingeborg worked for 9 years as a Professor at the Graduate School of Design, Harvard University where she taught Architectural and Urban Design and gave courses in the FAB lab, and seminars in the theory sequence. She received her PhD from Princeton University in 2010, her Master of Art from Princeton University in 2003, her Master of Science in Advanced Architectural Design from Columbia University in 1996 and her Diploma in Architecture from the RTWH Aachen, Germany in 1995. She has taught at Columbia University, Princeton University, the University of Pennsylvania, and Harvard University, and has worked with internationally renowned architects and urban planners.

Ingeborg has published and lectured internationally, and publications regarding her work at Dassault Systèmes have been featured in several newspapers, magazines, and on television.

Director of Tank Automotive Research, Development and Engineering Center (TARDEC) at US Army

Dr. Paul D. Rogers serves as the Director of TARDEC where he is responsible for providing executive management to deliver advanced technology solutions for all Department of Defense ground systems and combat support equipment. Dr. Rogers is a member of the Army Senior Executive Service.

As the TARDEC Director, Dr. Rogers manages a workforce of more than 1,700 engineers, scientists, researchers, and support staff and sets strategic direction for a full range of investments that affect more than 270 Army systems. With an annual budget of more than $475 million, Dr. Rogers ensures TARDEC provides vigilance and resourcefulness to deliver solutions within cost and on schedule so our Soldiers can dominate on the battlefield.

Dr. Rogers previously served as the Deputy Program Executive Officer for Ground Combat Systems where he managed the development, systems integration, acquisition, testing, fielding, sustainment and improvement of ground combat systems in accordance with the Army’s transformation campaign plan. The Ground Combat Systems Program has an annual budget of more than $2.9 billion with a total program cost of more than $18.46 billion (POM FY14-18). Dr. Rogers’ responsibilities included ensuring that all of the coordination and communication is achieved for a complex and diverse organization with two Pre-MDAP programs (Armored Multi-Purpose Vehicle and Ground Combat Vehicle) and four ACAT I programs, including the Paladin Integrated Management, Abrams Tank Upgrade, the Bradley Fighting Vehicle Upgrade and the Stryker Armored Vehicle System. Additionally, he oversaw four ACAT II programs as well as approximately 100 other weapons system programs.

Prior to accepting his responsibilities as Deputy PEO GCS, Dr. Rogers served as the TARDEC Executive Director for Research and Technical Integration. In this capacity, Dr. Rogers led the organization in providing Army research and development in Ground Vehicle Power and Mobility, Survivability, Intelligent Systems, Vehicle Electronic and Architecture Systems, and Platform Concept, Analysis, and System Simulation. Dr. Rogers served as the key executive responsible for the center’s science and technology strategic planning, program selection, funding allocation, execution and transition to acquisition programs. He managed the technology base investments and led a 500- person workforce through six technical business area associate directors.

As a member of the Michigan National Guard, Dr. Rogers was activated and served in Iraq as the Battalion Commander for the 507th Engineer Battalion. His command included 12 separate companies/detachments at Balad, Iraq in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom 04-06. The 507th Eng. Bn. was a joint force consisting of deployed forces from the Active Army and Air Force, Army National Guard, Army Reserve, and Marines. He commanded a total of 823 soldiers, 139 marines, and 114 airmen in combat operations during the deployment. His mission responsibilities included military fixed bridging, offensive assault float bridging, rafting operations, riverine operations, vertical and horizontal construction, well drilling, and asphalt production/paving. He also organized, trained, and deployed an armored D9 dozer task force in support of division offensive operations. The 507th Eng Bn served in Iraq from 1 January 2005 to 6 December 2005. Dr. Rogers’ military awards and decorations include the Bronze Star, Army Meritorious Service Medal, Army Achievement Medal, Iraqi Campaign Medal, Airborne Badge and the Bronze Order of the de Fleury Medal. His prior military assignments include Battalion Operations Officer, Company Commander, and Platoon Leader. His assignments include Chief of Staff, 46th Military Police Command, Commander, 177th Regiment, Regional Training Institute and Brigade. He currently holds the rank of Brigadier General and serves as the Deputy Commanding General, 46th Military Police Command, MIARNG.

Dr. Rogers holds a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering-Engineering Mechanics from Michigan Technological University (MTU), a Master of Strategic Studies from the U.S. Army War College, a Master of Science in Engineering – Mechanical Engineering from the University of Michigan – Dearborn, and a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from MTU. He is a graduate of the Army Engineer Officer Basic Course, Engineer Officer Advance Course, Combined Arms Services Staff School, Army Command and General Staff College and the U.S. Army War College. Dr. Rogers is currently serving the External Advisory Boards for the Mechanical Engineering Departments at Michigan Technological University, Lawrence Technological University and the University of Michigan. He has previously served as an Adjunct Professor of Mechanical Engineering at LTU.

Dr. Paul Rogers

Director of Tank Automotive Research, Development and Engineering Center (TARDEC) at US Army

Executive VP and Director of Corporate Operations at Crain Communications

KC Crain is President and COO of Crain Communications, a global business media enterprise with such titles as Automotive News, Autoweek, Advertising Age and Plastics News.

KC is also group publisher of Crain’s Chicago Business, Crain’s Detroit Business and all brands under Crain’s Automotive Group and Global Polymer Group. Previously, he held roles of executive vice president and director of corporate operations of Crain Communications, as well as associate publisher and advertising director at Autoweek. He started at Crain as a reporter for Automotive News.

Active in a number of civic and business activities, KC serves on the boards of the Detroit Children’s Fund, the Karmanos Cancer Institute and the Young Presidents Organization. He sits on the steering committee of the College for Creative Studies.

In addition to keen interests and influential connections throughout the automotive, tech and publishing industries, KC is dedicated to Detroit’s economic development with investments and partnerships in real estate and restaurant ventures.

KC Crain

Executive VP and Director of Corporate Operations at Crain Communications